Inspiration & stories

Family cycling inspiration

The reason that we first set up Cycle Sprog was to help other parents to start cycling with their young children.  We didn’t have any role models, and found it very difficult knowing how, where, when and what to do!

Over the years we’ve met loads of other cycling families, and we never fail to be inspired by what other Cycle Sprogs are up to.

We really hope that these articles will make you want to leap on your bikes and start pedalling – who knows where you’ll end up?

Room on the Broom Trail at Anglers Country Park, West Yorkshire

Searching for Witches and Pixies – family cycling at Anglers Country Park near Wakefield

Here’s a spooky witch themed ride for Halloween!

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Lindsay Bliek Netherlands family cycling blog

Family cycling holiday to the Netherlands

Mum of 2 Lindsay gives the low down on planning and enjoying a family cycling holiday to The Netherlands

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Mountain biking school trip to Hay on Wye

A school trip with a difference – Mountain biking to Hay-on-Wye

I’m sure we all remember the trips we would take with school. Even if it was only to the local pool, it usually involved a coach trip. Gary, the Deputy Head at Michaelchurch Escley Primary in Hereford, decided on a trip with a difference! Over to you Gary… Mountain biking from school to Hay-on-Wye for…

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Girl riding downhill at Fort William mountain bike trails

Lucy and Katie go mountain biking at Fort William and watch the World Cup DHs!

Find out what it’s like going to watch (and meet) the world’s best mountain bikers

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Kids racing at Herne Hill Velodrome

Riding the Herne Hill velodrome – an exciting first!

Carl and his two boys are regular guest bloggers here on Cycle Sprog sharing the fun they’ve had on their bikes. This particular weekend was as action packed as ever! Over to you Carl…. Friday night at the Cyclopark – taking park in the “Spring in the Park” series. Again a great turn out and…

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Hannah Killick and her dad - riding LEJOG in April

Riding Lands end to John O’Groats when you’re 12 years old

12 year old Hannah is riding LEJOG in her Easter holidays. We caught up with her to find out how it’s going

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